Ingredients: (Serves 4)

450g/1lb pasta

2 tbsp olive oil

110g/4oz artichokes from a jar or tin

1 clove garlic, crushed

1 tbsp parsley, finely chopped

Juice from ½ lemon

Salt, pepper

Grated parmesan

Method:

1. Cook pasta according to the instructions on pack.

2. Drain the artichokes and mash them down with a fork.

3. Heat the oil in a pan, add garlic and fry for a minute.

4. Add artichokes and parsley and heat through for a couple of minutes.

5. Add lemon juice and stir into the cooked pasta. Season to taste.